1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1961 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | 2600 | MGA |
Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |